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Large 19th Century Chinese Porcelain Vase
By Hall China
Located in Madrid, ES
Large 19th century Chinese porcelain vase
It has 3 pieces
Perfect condition
Measures: 83 cm high
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19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Quality antique Chinese porcelain plate
Located in Ipswich, GB
Quality antique Chinese porcelain plate having a quality antique Chinese plate decorated with birds
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Punch Bowl 19th Century
Located in Madrid, ES
Chinese porcelain punch bowl 19th century
Large Chinese porcelain bowl for export, mounted in
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Exceptional Chinese Porcelain Planters, circa 1925
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Exceptional Chinese porcelain planters
circa 1925
Original pedestals.
Porcelain measures:
Height
Category
1920s Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Saucer, Qing Dynasty
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Saucer, in Chinese porcelain for export. Qing Dynasty, Daoguang period (1820-1850).
Polychrome
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Chinese Porcelain Vase Lamp
Located in Brea, CA
19th century Chinese porcelain vase now mounted as lamps. Decorated with beautiful flowers and a
Category
19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Chinese Porcelain Covered Pot
Located in Marseille, FR
Covered pot in Chinese porcelain from the 19th century on a base measuring 47 cm high and 27 cm in
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Rose Mandarin Chinese Porcelain Saucer Dish
Located in New York, NY
Rose Mandarin Chinese porcelain saucer dish. Vibrantly hued Chinese Export small saucer plate in
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Early 19th Century Chinese Chinoiserie Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Plate, Qing Dysnaty
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chinese porcelain plate for export. Qing Dynasty, Qianlong period (1736-1795).
Polychrome
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Ormolu Mounted Chinese Porcelain Tazze
Located in London, GB
Pair of ormolu mounted Chinese porcelain tazze
Chinese & French, Late 19th Century
Height 18cm
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ormolu
Chinese Porcelain Plate, Imari
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Plate, in Chinese porcelain for export, Imari. Polychrome decoration in blue, rouge de fer and gold
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Cut-Out Tray in Chinese Porcelain for Export
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Cut-out tray, in Chinese porcelain for export. Blue and white decoration, with floral and insect
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Rococo Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Soup Plate for Export
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chinese porcelain soup plate, for export. Polychrome decoration with screen and vase. In the center
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Plate, Polychrome Decoration in Blue
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chinese porcelain plate. Polychrome decoration in blue, red, green and touches of yellow. This
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Early 20th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
A Deep plate Imari Chinese Porcelain
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Deep plate, in Chinese porcelain. Imari decoration, Qing dynasty, Qianlong period (1736-1795
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Vase, Orange with Floral Design C1920
Located in Big Flats, NY
Antique Chinese Porcelain Vase, Orange with Floral Design C1920
Measures - 7.25"H x 3.25"W x 3.25
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Six Antique Chinese Porcelain Enamel Decorated Rice Bowls C1910
Located in Big Flats, NY
Six Antique Chinese Porcelain Enamel Decorated Rice Bowls C1910
Measures - 2.25"H x 4.5"W x 4.5"D
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Two Chinese Porcelain Plates
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Two plates, in Chinese porcelain for export, displaying delicate and elegant decoration, possibly
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Late 19th Century Chinese Rococo Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Two Rechaud Plates in Chinese Porcelain
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Two rechaud plates, in Chinese porcelain. Canton decoration, blue and white, representing a river
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Chinese porcelain vases
Located in Milano, IT
This charming set of two Chinese porcelain vases from the early 1900s captures the refinement and
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Chippendale Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Plate, Qing Dynasty
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
mastery of Chinese artisans and the influence of European taste on the aesthetics of these porcelains.
The
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Cut-Out Serving Dish in Chinese Porcelain.
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
This cut-out serving dish, crafted from Chinese porcelain during the Qing dynasty, Qianlong period
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Late 18th Century Chinese Rococo Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Plate in Chinese Porcelain for Export
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Plate, in Chinese porcelain for export. Polychrome decoration with birds, floral motifs and Chinese
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Plate in Chinese Porcelain for Export
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chinese porcelain plate for export. Blue and white decoration, representing a river landscape in
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Pot for Exportation, Qianlong Period
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Lidless Chinese porcelain pot for exhortation. Blue and white decoration with the Shuangxi symbol
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Plate, for Export, Qing Dynasty
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chinese porcelain plate for export. Blue and white decoration, with a garden landscape with flowers
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Saucer for Export, Qing Dynasty
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
present in Chinese porcelain.
The surface decoration includes flowering branches, stylized leaves and
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Large Plate in Chinese Porcelain for Export
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Large plate, in Chinese porcelain for export. Polychrome decoration with flowers and landscape in
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
China Porcelain Bottle for Export, Polychrome Decoration
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
China porcelain bottle for export. Polychrome decoration, with figures in scenes from everyday life
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Small Lidded Censer
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Chinese porcelain small lidded censer.
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Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Canton Chinese Porcelain Box
Located in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Canton Chinese porcelain box.
Chinese export.
Circa 1920 origin China.
Rectangular format.
With
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Early 1900s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Mounted Chinese Porcelain Candy Dishes
Located in Long Island City, NY
A Fine Pair of Late 19th Century French Gilt Bronze Mounted Chinese Porcelain Candy Dishes
Heavy
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Bronze, Ormolu
A Chinese Porcelain Plate for Export
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chinese porcelain plate, with a refined and colorful design, reflects influences from 18th century
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Deep Plate for Export
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chinese deep plate porcelain for export. Qing Dynasty, Jiaqing period (1736-1795).
Polychrome
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Antique Chinese Porcelain Faceted Barrel Shaped Garden Seats Family Rose
Located in Dallas, TX
Pair of antique chinese porcelain faceted Barrel shaped garden seats family rose scenes of people
Category
19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Imari Plates
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Pair of Chinese porcelain Imari plates for export. Imari decoration, in cobalt blue, rouge de fer
Category
Late 18th Century Chinese Rococo Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Two Teapots With Lids, in Chinese Porcelain
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
These two exquisite Chinese export porcelain teapots showcase intricate polychrome decorations
Category
Late 18th Century Chinese Rococo Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
19th Century Chinese Porcelain Dish
Located in Brea, CA
19th century Chinese porcelain dish with beautiful hand painted. Diameter 12.4 inch, with a mark.
Category
Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Deep Plate, for Export, Qing Dynasty
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chinese porcelain deep plate, for export. Blue and white decoration, with plant motifs
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
A Chinese Porcelain Soup Plate for Export, Qing Dynasty
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Soup plate, in Chinese porcelain for export. Qing Dynasty, Daoguang period (1820-1850).
Polychrome
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
18th Century Chinese Porcelain Vase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Traditional Chinese porcelain blue and white vase decorated with flowers and botanical
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18th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Storage Jar
Located in Dallas, TX
This exquisite 18th-century Chinese porcelain storage jar is beautifully crafted and comes complete
Category
18th Century Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Storage Jar
Located in Dallas, TX
This exquisite 18th-century Chinese porcelain storage jar is beautifully crafted and comes complete
Category
18th Century Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
A Chinese Porcelain Imari Plate for Export
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Plate, in Chinese porcelain for export. Imari decoration, Qing Dynasty, Qianlong Period (1736-1795
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Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Saucer in Chinese Porcelain for Export, Qing Dynasty
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Saucer, in Chinese porcelain for export. Polychrome decoration with floral motifs, Qing Dynasty
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Teapot
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Chinese porcelain teapot dating from the end of the 19th century.
With its modern shape and
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19th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Chinese Porcelain Covered Dish in an Unusual Pistachio Green Glaze, circa 1920
Located in San Francisco, CA
Chinese porcelain covered dish in an unusual pistachio green glaze. Circa 1920
Footed with swept
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1910s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
H 5.25 in W 9.25 in D 8.25 in
Saucer Made of Chinese Porcelain for Export
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
A saucer, made of Chinese porcelain for export, which displays a delicate and elegant decoration
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Plate Made of Chinese Porcelain for Export
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chinese porcelain plate for export. Polychrome decoration with flowers featuring a refined and
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Rose Mandarin Chinese Porcelain Pitcher
Located in New York, NY
Rose Mandarin Chinese porcelain pitcher. Vibrantly hued and gilt painted Chinese Export pitcher in
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Plate in Chinese Porcelain for Export, Qing Dynasty
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Plate, in Chinese porcelain for export. Polychrome decoration with floral motifs, vase with flowers
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Mid-18th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Early 20th Century, Chinese Porcelain Lamp
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
Early 20th century, Chinese porcelain lamp.
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
A Chinese Porcelain Plate for Export, Qing Dynasty
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chinese porcelain plate, for export, Qing Dynasty, Jiaqing period (1796-1820) with polychrome
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Royal Doulton Flambe Sitting Fox Hn130 Bone China Porcelain Figurine
By Royal Doulton
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
This adorable Figurine is made out of bone china / porcelain. This lovely little piece was issued
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Early 20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Plate, in Chinese Porcelain Famille Rose, Qing Dysnaty
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Plate, in Chinese porcelain, famille rose, for export. Qing Dynasty, Qianlong period (1736-1795
Category
Mid-18th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
A Chinese Porcelain Saucer, Qing Dynasty for Export
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Chinese porcelain for export. Qing Dynasty, Daoguang period (1820-1850).
This saucer represents a
Category
Mid-19th Century Chinese Baroque Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Pair of Chinese Porcelain Roosters, circa 1800
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Chinese Porcelain roosters, circa 1800.
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Early 1800s Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Chinese Porcelain Candle Holders
Located in Clearwater, FL
A pair of early 20th century Chinese porcelain hand painted candlesticks with pink, yellow and blue
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1910s Chinese Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Striking Turquoise Pair of Chinese Porcelain Bluebirds
Located in Hopewell, NJ
Pair of Chinese porcelain bluebirds having turquoise bodies and aubergine bases.
Category
1920s Chinese Chinese Export Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Pair of Chinese Porcelain Vases
Located in Brea, CA
A pair of antique Chinese porcelain vases with very beautiful hand paint. Excellent condition
Category
Early 20th Century Chinese Qing Antique Chinese Porcelain
Materials
Porcelain
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Antique Chinese Porcelain For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal piece of antique Chinese porcelain for your home. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, porcelain and metal. Your living room may not be complete without an item from our selection of antique Chinese porcelain — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each choice in our collection of antique Chinese porcelain bearing Victorian, Louis XVI or Georgian hallmarks is very popular. Meissen Porcelain, Minton and CANTON FAMILLE ROSE each produced at least one beautiful object in our assortment of antique Chinese porcelain that is worth considering.
How Much is a Antique Chinese Porcelain?
A piece of antique Chinese porcelain can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price 1stDibs is $2,195, while the lowest priced sells for $1 and the highest can go for as much as $284,221.
Questions About Antique Chinese Porcelain
Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020The best way to know is to take it to an expert, such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum
- Lotus GallerySeptember 15, 2020
Chinese porcelain can usually be dated by form and decoration. However, copies and forgeries abound, so you should have an expert such as an appraiser, reputable dealer or auction house, or museum examine your porcelain to accurately date it.
- What is Chinese porcelain called?2 Answers
PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020True porcelain ware was developed in the 11th century at the imperial kilns of Jingdezhen, Jiangxi province, China. These early porcelains of the Song and Yuan dynasties are known as Qingbai or Yingqing ware, defined by a light blue-grey glaze. Later forms of Chinese porcelain include blue and white underglaze ware, Celadon ware, Jun ware, Famille Verte ware, Wucai (Five Color) ware, and Dehua ware, also known as Blanc de Chine.
Lotus GalleryMarch 17, 2021In China, porcelain is referred to a "cíqì" 瓷器. - 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Chinese porcelain pillow is a type of ceramic object produced by Chinese artisans. They normally have highly decorative rectangular designs and feature curved tops. Historically, they functioned as headrests, but today they normally serve purely as decorations. On 1stDibs, shop a wide variety of Chinese porcelain ware.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese Canton porcelain is a type of decorative hand-painted ceramic ware produced during the 18th, 19th and 20th centuries in China. Its name comes from the region where it originated. You will sometimes see it referred to as Cantonese porcelain. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Chinese Canton porcelain.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024To identify Chinese porcelain marks, consult trusted online resources. Most markings on Chinese porcelain consist of four to six characters, and the last two often represent when a piece was produced. Since there is a lot of variation in the markings, looking at images shared on trustworthy websites is the best way to make an identification. Alternatively, you can use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Chinese porcelain.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To identify Chinese export porcelain, first look for a mark. Most pieces made after 1891 feature a maker's mark that you can research using authoritative online resources. Identifying older porcelain ware is more difficult. A licensed appraiser can provide assistance. You'll find a range of expertly vetted Chinese export porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022You can sell old Chinese porcelain in a few ways. You can advertise the piece locally or work with an antique shop or auction house. There are also reputable online platforms available for selling online. Shop a collection of Chinese porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese Kangxi porcelain was popular because of its particular blue colorings. The blue was made using cobalt ore which was imported from Persia. As cobalt ore was a scarce ingredient, the rarity made the porcelain items highly sought after. Shop a collection of Chinese Kangxi porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Chinese blue and white porcelain is the most common type of decorated porcelain. Its name in Chinese is qinghua. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique and modern Chinese blue and white porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers.
- PAGODA REDOctober 21, 2020
For thousands of years, China’s court-sponsored porcelain industry has been at the forefront of technical innovation and aesthetic refinement. Exquisite finishes and precision of form gave China an international reputation for fine ceramic wares. Age, shape, glaze, motif, and reign mark are all factors contributing to the value of a ceramic piece, indicative of the maker and the dynastic reign under which the object was created.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To know if porcelain is antique, start by looking for any maker's marks and researching their origins. In many cases, it is necessary to enlist the help of a licensed appraiser to accurately date porcelain ware. You'll find a selection of expertly vetted antique porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Chinese blue and white porcelain is called qinghua, pronounced “CHING-hwa.” Artisans first began producing the porcelain during the Tang and Song dynasties ranging from 609 to 1279. However, the techniques the pottery is most well known for weren't developed until the subsequent Ming era, which lasted until 1644. You'll find a collection of Chinese porcelain on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to identify an antique porcelain vase is to check for a maker’s mark. Gently flip the vase over and look for a signature or logo on the bottom. You may also find the name of the artist or designer. Old vases were also made in wood-based kilns, so an antique vase will likely have small imperfections such as coarseness, crackling or asymmetry. When in doubt, work with a certified appraiser to determine the authenticity of your vase. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a variety of expertly vetted antique porcelain vases.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022There are a few ways to tell the approximate age of a porcelain vase, including identifying the maker's mark. These are usually located on the bottom of the vase. The maker's mark can help you find the era of manufacture once you know the company or studio that produced the piece. Look for imperfections, which were inevitable with wood-fuelled kilns of the past but uncommon with modern gas-fuelled kilns. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of antique porcelain from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022One thing to look for in an antique porcelain figure is to look for the maker’s mark, usually found on the bottom of the piece. The porcelain figure will also have a delicate fragile quality to it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique porcelain figures from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The best way to determine the age of porcelain lamps is to work with an appraiser. While some online resources can be helpful when you’re looking for information about the value of an item, the suggested value you find may not be the actual value of your item, since that will depend on a number of factors, including the shape it’s in. You’ll find expertly vetted porcelain lamps and other decor on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, some antique porcelain is worth something. Many collectors actively seek out certain types of porcelain that are at least 100 years old. Some favorites among collectors include Chinese pottery, china crafted by makers like Rosenthal and Lenox and figurines produced by Meissen, Dresden, Nymphenburg and Capodimonte. Generally, the type, style, age, maker and condition will all play a role in determining how much antique porcelain is worth. If you wish to have any pieces in your collection evaluated, use the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Shop a variety of antique porcelain on 1stDibs.
- PAGODA REDOctober 7, 2020
To determine the age of a Chinese furniture piece, look carefully at the joinery and finish. Natural expansion and contraction of the wood over time will cause a joint to protrude or retract, distorting a once-seamless fit. Antique lacquer finishes become crackled and worn over time. Areas of exposed wood, such as the underside of a table, the footrest of a chair, or the back of a cabinet should appear raw and dry compared to the finished surface. With use, the legs of tables and chairs become weathered near the bottom from precipitation and use.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique Chinese furniture, look carefully at its details. Chinese craftsmen often built furniture using mortise and tenon joinery, eliminating the need for nails and screws. If you see this type of hardware, your piece is likely not at least 100 years old, especially if the hardware still looks new and shiny. Since antique furniture was handmade, you will normally see slight imperfections, such as tool marks or slight variations in carvings. Pieces that appear completely uniform and pristine are less often genuine antiques.
When present, maker's marks can also be helpful. Research the marks to learn more about when the maker was active and producing pieces like yours. Alternatively, you can have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer evaluate your furniture for you.
Shop an assortment of antique Chinese furniture.